Planning commission backs rezoning for duplex at 409 East Parkerville

The DeSoto Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended the City Council rezone 409 East Parkerville Road from single-family residential (SF-10) to two-family (2F) to allow a two‑unit duplex, zoning case Z1538‑25.

The rezoning request came from applicant Israel Garcia, who told the commission the duplex would be placed on an empty lot adjacent to an existing house and take driveway access from Terrace Drive. Cambria Jordan, the city’s planning and zoning manager, presented staff’s analysis and said the change would align with the City of DeSoto comprehensive plan designation of "medium density." Jordan told commissioners staff received zero letters of support and zero letters of opposition as of the hearing date.

Jordan said the subject property is approximately 0.6877 acres and that the submitted conceptual plan shows two units fronting East Parkerville with access from Terrace Drive. Jordan recommended the Planning and Zoning Commission forward a recommendation of approval to the City Council.

During the public hearing, applicant Israel Garcia confirmed the duplex would be built on an empty lot next to an existing, boarded house and clarified driveway and access locations. Resident Terrence Gore raised concerns about safety and congestion on East Parkerville given the street’s two‑lane configuration and limited sidewalks; Garcia and staff said vehicle access for the duplex would be from an alley/driveway off Terrace Drive rather than directly on Parkerville.

Commissioner Bell moved to recommend approval; Commissioner LaRoeur seconded the motion. The commission voted in favor; the action was recorded as approved unanimously.

Next steps: The commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to the DeSoto City Council for final action on the rezoning ordinance.